Get Involved in 2023
We have lots of opportunities to get involved, share your skills, be a mentor, and offer inspiration and advice to young, Black girls. Fashionistas and Creatives We are looking to…
Read MoreThe GFAC Garden Needs a Little TLC
We’ve been building and growing our Teaching Garden at Girls For A Change for a few years now, adding beautiful murals, raised beds, and a full-fledged program with horticulturist Heather…
Read More7 Ways to Support Girls For A Change
“Give girls an opportunity to lead by putting them in the forefront of change efforts; hearing their voices; responding to their asks; and welcoming them in decision-making spaces – it…
Read MoreSneakers For A Change
The 2021-2022 Thomas Jefferson High School Girl Action Team spent the Fall and Spring exploring how the fashion industry affects climate change with Tanita Gray of Last Report. After learning about sustainable…
Read MoreCelebrating Milestones with GFAC Alumnae
This month we closed out our 2022 summer programs with a joyful, cultural Closing Ceremony Celebration. This year at Camp Diva Leadership Academy, we celebrated a few important firsts in…
Read MoreSneakerFest to Benefit Girls For A Change
SneakerFest to Headline Richmond Fashion Week’s Fall Season Events Across City Showcase Local Fashion Industry Oct. 5-9 RICHMOND, VA — SneakerFest returns to Richmond Fashion Week this fall, showcasing local artists…
Read MoreCelebrating Successes from the 2022 Girl Ambassador Program
Girl Ambassador Participant Makayla Williams recaps the 2022 program, highlighting participants and hiring partners.
Read MoreHow market day teaches financial literacy to these kid entrepreneurs
‘Make something, sell something, make money, connect with the community’ CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — Some young entrepreneurs have spent the summer honing their skills and gearing up for the Girls…
Read MoreWhy Youth Entrepreneurship Matters
Business ownership is easy to visualize and attain if you have parents who are entrepreneurs. Mentors and advisors are easy to find when your family network runs deep. Startup capital…
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